Notes & Policies

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Seed Beads: We carry the finest quality seed beads from Czech and Japan. Generally speaking, Czech beads will come strung in hanks, Japanese beads come in tubes. Some folks say that one style is more regular and even than another, but in our experience, sometimes a color is just wonky and requires culling. At the factory, seed beads are made up in batches, or “dye lots”. Many times when re-ordering a color, the dye lot will be slightly different. There is NEVER any guarantee that you will be receiving the exact same color you have had before, even if the re-order number is the same. The dye lots between bead sizes can also vary; there is NEVER any guarantee that a color number will look exactly the same from size to size. That said, if possible we will match up dye lots when you order tubes of the same color number in different sizes.

We have tried to be very diligent in noting dyed or non-permanent finishes with an asterisk (*), but keep in mind that most seed bead color will not last long if worn in the shower or pool, or stored in sunlight. Some finishes can rub off quickly based on body pH or skin reactions alone! For Miyuki’s description of bead finishes and their durability, click here.

When ordering seed beads: Please be aware, all our seed bead tubes come in one of 3 sizes: 6″x .5″x.5″ – approximately 30 grams filled, 2.5″x.5″x.5″ – approximately 8-10 grams filled, and 2″x.45″x.45″ – approximately 6-8 grams filled. Any other weights listed are considered “shipping weights” and include packaging.

Our Extraordinary Beadwork: Most of the jewelry on this site is hand-made by Sudasi & Ruthie. From time to time we “copy” our own beadwork to make it available again. Because the availability of stones and beads vary, we must re-design each item, each time we make it. Thus, each item is unique!

When ordering jewelry: Please make sure, via measuring tape, that it will fit!! Although we do take returns, there will be a restocking fee associated with any return.

Returns: Although we DO take returns on items in their original condition, there will be a restocking fee of $10 or 10% of original order total -whichever is greater- on any order or partial order. Please be sure you can use an item (or know someone else who can) before purchase.

Pricing: Although we try to keep items updated, our suppliers sometimes change the retail prices of our products, and they may not be accurately listed in our Shop pages. We will contact you if your revised total is significantly different from your original Checkout total. Thank you for your understanding!

Shipping: At this time, all orders are sent via USPS; either Priority Mail or First Class, both with Delivery Confirmation.

Payment Options: You may use all credit cards through PayPal. You do NOT need to have a PayPal account to make a purchase using this service.

*Terms & Conditions are edited regularly; be sure to check back here before completing each order.